Custodian I - Day Shift

required. Notify supervisor or lead worker of safety incidents, near misses and all potential hazards. Maintains safe work practices, participates in department safety meetings and completes all assigned trainings. The position covers the entire Boulder Campus and it could be assigned to any campus building or campus location.

Snow and Ice removal: Remove all snow and ice as necessary from walks and stairs. Apply de-icer as needed to keep entryways open and safe.

As an essential services employee the position is responsible to respond to other duties as assigned on an as needed basis. Specialty and emergency work: Emergency floods – Perform initial emergency clean up; Pick up water or debris then extract carpeted floors and upholstered furniture with disinfectant. Clean upholstery by hand or with extractor as scheduled. Move or assist in the moving of heavy furniture incompliance with F/M and Risk Management policies, to accomplish the work assignment. Perform emergency cleaning, water pick-ups as needed. Participate in the “Eyes and Ears Program” of the University to help promote safety at the university. The position will serve on "Emergency Response Teams" as needed.

Routine duties: Clean and perform minor maintenance on all custodial equipment to keep it in proper working order. Report all equipment needing repairs to the Team Supervisor. Empty and clean all vacuums, auto scrubbers, buckets and hydro- and hepa-vacs daily. Keep workstation clean and well stocked with supplies and materials needed to perform the work in the assigned area. Maintain workstation in a safe manner, add water to floor drains as needed, and report updates to building floor plans.

Decide what type of specialized floor work is needed, i.e. carpet deep extraction cleaning versus bonnet shampooing. Decide the type of floor equipment needed to complete the task, will auto scrubbing and top-coating with wax be sufficient or does the floor need to be completely stripped and re-waxed. Employee must have ability to read and comprehend lab safety signs, symbols and postings. Create and place safety signs to help prevent accidents.

What You Should Know

• The work schedule for this in-person position is Monday - Friday from 4:30 am - 1:00 pm. This position may be required to work alternative shifts.
• This role is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program .

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary for this position is $40,248.
• If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be challenged. Be willing. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
• Six months of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.

What You Will Need

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• The ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume that includes date ranges for each position held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
2. Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
3. DD-214 for veteran applicants.
   • Qualified veterans and surviving spouses are eligible for veteran’s preference points within the State classified system. If you are an honorably discharged veteran, the spouse of a veteran unable to work due to a service-connected disability, or the surviving spouse of a veteran, you may claim preference during the selection process for a position within the state personnel system. In order for us to determine your eligibility for veterans preference, you must attach a copy of a DD-214 form along with your application. If you have additional supporting documentation to provide, or do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are applying.
4. If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of degree or transcripts.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by September 10, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu